Xena: Warrior Princess facts for kids

Xena: Warrior Princess was a popular American TV show. It won an Emmy Award and became a "cult" series, meaning it had a very dedicated group of fans. The show aired from September 1995 to June 2001.

It was created by writers and producers Robert Tapert, Sam Raimi, and R. J. Stewart. The series is a spin-off from another TV show called Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. In that show, Xena (Lucy Lawless) was a smaller character.

What is Xena: Warrior Princess About?

The story of Xena: Warrior Princess follows Xena, a strong warrior. She used to be a powerful warlord who did many bad things. Now, she wants to make up for her past mistakes. She travels the world using her amazing fighting skills to help people who are in trouble.

Xena's Journey to Redemption

Xena's main goal is to find "redemption." This means she wants to make up for the bad things she did before. She helps innocent people and fights against evil. This helps her feel better about her past.

Xena and Gabrielle's Friendship

Along her journey, Xena meets Gabrielle (Renee O'Connor). Gabrielle becomes Xena's best friend and trusted companion. At first, Gabrielle is very innocent and sees the world simply. Her kind heart helps Xena to see things differently. She encourages Xena to always fight for what is right and for the "greater good." Their friendship is a very important part of the show.

How the Show Was Made

Xena: Warrior Princess was created in 1995 by Robert Tapert. His company, Pacific Renaissance Pictures LTD, produced the show. Sam Raimi and R. J. Stewart also worked as executive producers. The show was filmed in New Zealand, even though the story takes place in ancient Greece.

Show's Popularity and Awards

The series was very popular, often having millions of viewers when new episodes aired. Many TV critics gave the show good reviews. TV Guide magazine even named it one of the Top 25 Cult TV Shows of All Time. The show was also nominated for several Emmy awards, which are big honors in television.

Xena's Lasting Impact

The success of Xena led to many other products. These included comic books and video games. The show also created a huge "fandom," which means a very active group of fans. This fan group, sometimes called "Uberfic," is still active online today. Xena: Warrior Princess also influenced how other TV shows were made.

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  Lucy Lawless, the actress who played Xena

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  Renee O'Connor, the actress who played Gabrielle